Overview

In this unit, we will delve into the thought-provoking novel "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas. Through engaging activities and projects, students will explore themes such as social justice, identity, and activism. They will also make connections to real-world issues, fostering critical thinking and empathy as they reflect on the powerful messages of the book.

  • Real World Issues: Choose a contemporary social justice issue that resonates with you and conduct guided research to understand its complexities, drawing parallels to the book's themes.

  • Community Service Project: Volunteer in your community by participating in a service project inspired by the characters' actions in the book, making a positive impact and fostering a sense of civic responsibility.

  • Essay on Social Justice: Write an essay reflecting on your research and personal connections to the social justice issue, integrating insights from the book to support your arguments.

Book Study Curriculum

    1. How to use this course

    2. Gather your materials

    1. Book Drawing: Protest Posters

    2. Meet the Author

    3. Book trailer

    4. Reading milestones

    5. Meet your spelling list

    1. Read to 20% milestone

    2. Summary

    3. Connections

    4. Code Switching

    5. Spelling: Silly Sentences

    1. Read to 40% milestone

    2. Summary

    3. Connections

    4. Character Analysis

    5. Spelling: Make flashcards

    1. Read to 60% milestone

    2. Summary

    3. Connections

    4. How to turn protest into powerful change

    5. Spelling: Word Art Collage

    1. Read to 80% milestone

    2. Summary

    3. Connections

    4. Emmett Till

    5. Spelling: Write a story

About this book study

  • Free
  • 42 lessons
  • K-8

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